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Agilent 1100 Series
Binary Pump
Reference Manual
Agilent G1312A Bin Pump
Asset # 304023

Agilent Technologies
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Part No. G1312-90003
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WARNING
For details of safety,
see Safety Information
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Reference Manual
Agilent 1100 Series Binary Pump

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In This Book
This manual contains technical reference information about the Agilent 1100 Series
binary pump. The manual describes the following:
• installation,
• optimizing performance,
• troubleshooting,
• repairing,
• parts and materials,
• introduction and theory of operation,
• screens of local control module and
• specifications.

Contents
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1 Installing the Pump
How to install the binary pump 13
Site Requirements 14
Unpacking the Binary Pump 17
Optimizing the Stack Configuration 19
Installing the Binary Pump 21
Flow Connections of the Binary Pump with Solvent Selection
Valve 24
Flow Connections of the Binary Pump without Solvent Selection
Valve 27
Priming and Purging the System 30
2 Optimizing Performance
How to optimize the binary pump to achieve best chromato-
graphic results 33
Hints for Successful Use of the Binary Pump 34
Solvent Information 36
Prevent Blocking of Solvent Filters 37
When to Use a Vacuum Degasser 39
When to Use the Continuous Seal Wash Option 40
When to Use Alternative Seals 41
When to Remove the Static Mixer 42
How to Optimize the Compressibility Compensation Setting 43
3 Troubleshooting and Test Functions
The binary pump’s built-in troubleshooting and test

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functions 45
Status Indicators 48
Power Supply Indicator 49
Instrument Status Indicator 49
Error Messages 50
Timeout 51
Shutdown 52
Remote Timeout 53
Synchronization Lost 54
Leak 55
Leak Sensor Open 56
Leak Sensor Short 57
Compensation Sensor Open 58
Compensation Sensor Short 59
Fan Failed 60
Open Cover 61
Restart Without Cover 62
Zero Solvent Counter 63
Pressure Above Upper Limit 64
Pressure Below Lower Limit 65
Pressure Signal Missing 66
Valve Failed 67
Missing Pressure Reading 68
Pump Configuration 69
Valve Fuse 70
Inlet-Valve Fuse 71
Temperature Out of Range 72
Temperature Limit Exceeded 73
Motor-Drive Power 74

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Encoder Missing 75
Inlet-Valve Missing 76
Servo Restart Failed 77
Pump Head Missing 78
Index Limit 79
Index Adjustment 80
Index Missing 81
Stroke Length 82
Initialization Failed 83
Wait Timeout 84
Pressure Test 85
Running the Pressure Test 87
Evaluating the Results 89
Leak Test 91
Description 92
Running the Leak Test 94
Evaluating the Results 96
4 Repairing the Pump
Instructions on simple, routine repair procedures as well as
more extensive repairs requiring exchange of internal
parts 103
Cleaning the Binary Pump 105
Using the ESD Strap 106
Overview 107

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Simple Repair Procedures 108
Exchanging the Active Inlet Valve Cartridge or the Active Inlet
Valve 109
Exchanging the Outlet Ball Valve Sieve or the Complete
Valve 112
Exchanging the Purge Valve Frit or the Purge Valve 114
Exchanging the Solvent Selection Valve 117
Removing and Disassembling the Pump Head Assembly 119
Exchanging the Pump Seals and Seal Wear-in Procedure 121
Exchanging the Plungers 124
Installing the Continuous Seal Wash Option 125
Exchanging the Wash Seals 127
Reassembling the Pump Head Assembly 129
Exchanging the Optional Interface Board 131
Exchanging Internal Parts 132
Removing the Top Cover and Foam 133
Exchanging the High Pressure Pump Main Board (HPM
Board) 136
Exchanging the Damper 143
Exchanging the Fan 145
Exchanging a Pump Drive 148
Exchanging the Power Supply 151
Exchanging the Leak Sensor 156
Exchanging Status Light Pipe 158
Assembling the Main Cover 159
Replacing the Top Cover and Foam 160

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5 Parts and Materials
Detailed illustrations and lists for identification of parts and
materials 163
Control Module(B-Version) 167
Solvent Cabinet 168
Bottle-Head Assembly 169
Hydraulic Path with Solvent Selection Valve 170
Hydraulic Path without Solvent Selection Valve 172
Cover Parts 174
Sheet Metal Kit 175
Foam Parts 176
Power and Status Light Pipes 177
Leak Parts 178
Pump-Head Assembly 179
Pump-Head Assembly with Seal Wash 181
Outlet Ball Valve Assembly 183
Purge-Valve Assembly 184
Active Inlet Valve Assembly 185
Accessory Kit G1311-68705 186
Seal Wash Option 01018-68722 187
Cable Overview 188
Analog Cables 190
Remote Cables 192
BCD Cables 197
Auxiliary Cable 199
CAN Cable 199
External Contact Cable 200
RS-232 Cable Kit 201
LAN Cables 202

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6 Introduction to the Binary Pump
An introduction to the pump, instrument overview, theory of
operation, external communication and internal
connectors 203
Introduction to the Binary Pump 204
Electrical Connections 210
Instrument Layout 212
Early Maintenance Feedback (EMF) 213
The Electronics 215
Firmware Description 221
Optional Interface Boards 223
Agilent 1100 Series Interfaces 225
Setting the 8-bit Configuration Switch 230
The Main Power Supply Assembly 235
7 Control Module Screens for the Binary Pump
Screens available from the Analysis screen 239
Screens available from the System screen 248
Screens available from the Records screen 250
Diagnostics and Tests 256
8 Specifications
Performance specifications of the binary pump 259
Performance Specifications 260

Contents
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Warranty Statement 267
Safety Information 270
Lithium Batteries Information 273
Radio Interference 274
Sound Emission 274
Solvent Information 275
Agilent Technologies on Internet 276

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Contents

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1Installing the Pump
How to install the binary pump

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Installing the Pump
Site Requirements
A suitable environment is important to ensure optimum performance of the
binary pump.
Power Consideration
The binary pump power supply has wide ranging capability (see Table 1 on
page 16). It accepts any line voltage in the range described in the above
mentioned table. Consequently there is no voltage selector in the rear of the
binary pump. There are also no externally accessible fuses, because
automatic electronic fuses are implemented in the power supply.
WARNING To disconnect the binary pump from line, unplug the power cord. The
power supply still uses some power, even if the power switch on the
front panel is turned off.
WARNING Shock hazard or damage of your instrumentation can result, if the
devices are connected to a line voltage higher than specified.
Power Cords
Different power cords are offered as options with the binary pump. The
female end of each of the power cords is identical. It plugs into the
power-input socket at the rear of the binary pump. The male end of each of
the power cords is different and designed to match the wall socket of a
particular country or region.
WARNING Never operate your instrumentation from a power outlet that has no
ground connection. Never use a power cord other than the power cord
designed for your region.

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Installing the Pump
Site Requirements
WARNING Never use cables other than the ones supplied by Agilent Technologies
to ensure proper functionality and compliance with safety or EMC
regulations.
Bench Space
The binary pump dimensions and weight (see Table 1) allow to place the
binary pump on almost any laboratory bench. It needs an additional 2.5 cm
(1.0 inches) of space on either side and approximately 8 cm (3.1 inches) in
the rear for the circulation of air and electric connections.
If the bench should carry a complete Agilent 1100 Series system, make sure
that the bench is designed to carry the weight of all the modules.
NOTE The pump should be operated in a horizontal position!
Environment
Your binary pump will work within specifications at ambient temperatures
and relative humidity as described in Table 1.
CAUTION Do not store, ship or use your binary pump under conditions where
temperature fluctuations could cause condensation within the binary pump.
Condensation will damage the system electronics. If your binary pump was
shipped in cold weather, leave it in its box and allow it to warm slowly to room
temperature to avoid condensation.

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Installing the Pump
Site Requirements
Table 1 Physical Specifications
Type Specification Comments
Weight 15.5 kg (34 lbs)
Dimensions
(height × weight × depth)
180 × 345 × 435 mm
(7 × 13.5 × 17 inches)
Line voltage 100 – 120 or 220 – 240 VAC, ± 10 % Wide-ranging capability
Line frequency 50 or 60 Hz, ±5%
Power consumption 220 VA Maximum
Ambient operating temperature 4–55 °C (41 –131 °F)
Ambient non-operating temperature -40 –70 °C (-4 –158 °F)
Humidity < 95 %, at 25 –40 °C (77 –104 °F) Non-condensing
Operating Altitude Up to 2000 m (6500 ft)
Non-operating altitude Up to 4600 m (14950 ft) For storing the binary
pump
Safety standards: IEC, CSA, UL Installation Category II, Pollution Degree 2

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Installing the Pump
Unpacking the Binary Pump
Unpacking the Binary Pump
Damaged Packaging
Upon receipt of your binary pump, inspect the shipping containers for any
signs of damage. If the containers or cushioning material are damaged, save
them until the contents have been checked for completeness and the binary
pump has been mechanically and electrically checked. If the shipping
container or cushioning material is damaged, notify the carrier and save the
shipping material for the carrier’s inspection.
CAUTION If there are signs of damage to the binary pump, please do not attempt to
install the binary pump.
Delivery Checklist
Ensure all parts and materials have been delivered with the binary pump. The
delivery checklist is shown in Table 2. To aid in parts identification, please
see Chapter 5 “Parts and Materials”. Please report missing or damaged parts
to your local Agilent Technologies sales and service office.
Table 2 Binary Pump Checklist
Description Quantity
Binary pump 1
Solvent cabinet 1 (5062-8591)
Solvent bottle 2 or 4*(9301-1450 amber bottle, 9301-1420 transparent bottle)
Bottle head assembly 2 or 4** (G1311-60003)
Waste tube, purge valve 1 (5042-2461, reorder number, 5m)
Power cable 1

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Installing the Pump
Unpacking the Binary Pump
Accessory Kit Contents - Binary Pump
CAN cable, 1 m 1
Remote cable As ordered
Signal cable As ordered
Reference Manual 1
Accessory kit (see Table 3) 1
* 4 bottles when binary pump is equipped with a solvent selection valve
** 4 bottle-head assemblies when binary pump is equipped with a solvent selection valve
Table 2 Binary Pump Checklist, continued
Description Quantity
Table 3 Accessory Kit Contents G1311-68705
Description Part Number Quantity
Capillary, pump to injection device G1312-67305 1
Seal insert tool 01018-23702 1
Wrench; 1/4 –5/16 inch 8710-0510 1
Wrench; 14 mm 8710-1924 1
ESD wrist strap*9300-1408 1
Hex key 4mm 8710-2392 1
Waste tube (reorder number, 5m) 5062-2463 1.2 m
Velocity regulator (reorder number) 5062-2486 2
PTFE Frit 01018-22707 5
* ESD: Electrostatic Discharge

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Installing the Pump
Optimizing the Stack Configuration
Optimizing the Stack Configuration
If your binary pump is part of a complete 1100 series system, you can ensure
optimum performance by limiting the configuration of the system stack to
the following configuration. This configuration optimizes the system flow
path, ensuring minimum delay volume.
Figure 1 Recommended Stack Configuration (Front View)
NOTE For a detailed view of the flow connections refer to the section “Flow
connections in chapter 1 of the reference manuals of the individual modules.
Solvent cabinet
Binary pump
Column compartment
Autosampler
Detector
Control module
Flow connections in the stack:
Example setup with 0.17mm ID green capillaries
Solvent bottle - pump:
G1311-60003 (bottle-head assembly, PTFE-tubings)
Pump - autosampler:
G1312-67305 (SST, green)
Pump purge valve - waste:
5062-2461 (PTFE tubing wide bore, reorder pack)
Autosampler - column compartment:
G1313-87305 (SST, green)
Detector - waste:
DAD 0890-1713 (PTFE, wide bore)
VWD 5062-8535 (PEEK)
5062-2463 (corrugated waste tubing, reorder pack)
Column - detector:
DAD G1315-87311 (SST, coated)
VWD 5062-8522 (PEEK)
Column compartment - column:
G1316-87300 (SST, green)

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Installing the Pump
Optimizing the Stack Configuration
Figure 2 Recommended Stack Configuration (Rear View)
NOTE If a single stack configuration becomes too high, e.g. if an additional module
like a G1327A ALS Thermostat is added or if your bench is too high, a two
stack configuration may be a better setup. Separate the stack between pump
and autosampler and place the stack containing the pump on the right side of
the stack containing the autosampler.
AC power
Analog signal to
recorder,for
PN see page 188
Pressure output
to recorder, for
PN see page 188
CAN Bus cable to
handheld controller
G1323-81600
CAN Bus cable for inter
module communication
5181-1516 (0.5m)
5161-1519 (1.0m)
GPIB or LAN
to ChemStation
for PN see page 188